Social Care Worker (Casual) - NAY15579

North Ayrshire Council; Scotland; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

North Ayrshire Council is seeking a dedicated Social Care Worker to join their Health & Social Care Partnership Directorate at Montrose House. The role involves providing care and support to elderly residents, ensuring their well-being and safety. Candidates should possess a relevant social care qualification and have a commitment to delivering high-quality care. The position emphasizes teamwork and effective communication skills, with training and guidance provided during the recruitment process.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing care and support to elderly residents.
• Understanding of adult protection regulations.
• Ability to work with a team in a social care environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and support to elderly residents within a unit.
• Maintain a safe and supportive environment.
• Assist with daily living activities.

Skills

Care and support

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Relevant qualification in social care

Job description

Job Summary

This post is a re-advertisement of NAY15450. Previous applicants need not re-apply as they will not be considered.

Interviews may be conducted in person or via Microsoft Teams. All you need is a device with a camera and internet access. Guidance will be provided for virtual interviews.

We are a disability confident leader and support reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. For more information, visit important-information-for-applicants.

This position is based at Montrose House within our Health & Social Care Partnership Directorate. As a Social Care Worker, you will work within the unit to provide care and support to elderly residents.

For more details, see the attached Role Profile below.

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Staff Values & Behaviours

North Ayrshire Council uses a behavioural-based approach in our recruitment. Our staff values of Focus, Passion & Inspiration will be explored for this vacancy.

Additional information on our Staff Values and how to answer behaviour-based questions is available at Staff values and behaviours.

Additional Information

References

If this role requires references, you will be notified if you are successful in gaining an interview. Not providing relevant references when requested may delay the process.

PVG (Adults)

This post is considered Regulated Work with Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. It is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with protected adults.

Successful candidates will need to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check before employment is confirmed. The cost (£59 or £18) will be deducted from wages. More information is available at disclosure-scotland.

If successful, your name and email will be entered into the Disclosure Scotland PVG system to generate your PVG form.

Our Workstyles

North Ayrshire Council has four Workstyles. This post is classified as: In Building—more than 90% of time spent at a single location.

More details can be found in the HR Guide - Workstyles. Feel free to ask about the Workstyle during the interview.